Mixing Operator - Third Shift

Mixing Operator - Third Shift

Location:

Onsite in Avon, Ohio

Shift &

Hours:

Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM (Friday overtime as needed)

Hiring hourly rate: $21.36/hr. (plus $2.00 shift differential)

The Mixing Operator is responsible for the safe operation and loading of mixing equipment and for operating, setting up, and troubleshooting production equipment in accordance with company quality, safety, and regulatory standards (Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, Critical Control Point, and Griffith Production System).

• Ability to safely operate production equipment.
• Verify and ensure accurate counts of raw materials needed to produce a blended product.
• Addition of raw materials to the blender following the manufacturing sequence on the formula.
• Operating multiple kettles and hydraulic systems to discharge blended product from the blender through the prescribed screen size by operating the touchscreen controls, programmable logic controller (PLC) kettles.
• Setting up product transfer pathways, operating diaphragm pumps, and operating a Clean‑In‑Place (CIP) system.
• Supporting British Retail Consortium (BRC) audit requirements, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and legal standards.
• Following specified customer sampling requirements of blended product.
• Filling out of daily schedule control to document production, quality, and performance.
• Cleaning and sanitizing the production equipment and tools, including work area.
• Disposal of trash and garbage containers.
• Ability to safely lift up to 65 lbs regularly throughout the shift.

• Ability to regularly lift and/or carry up to 65 pounds throughout the shift.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English fluently, including the ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; and the ability to communicate with individuals and small groups.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Resources Planning systems such as Microsoft Dynamics AX or Red Zone or similar.
• Working overtime as needed throughout the week, up to and including Saturday work.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods during the shift.
• Comfortable working with and around allergens and cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to work onsite in Avon, Ohio.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3 months' experience and/or training in a USDA‑regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating mixing or blending equipment.
• Familiarity with food safety requirements.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX and Red Zone ERP software.

The employee frequently required to sit, stand, and walk to communicate and listen effectively; the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds; safely navigate stairs and ladders.

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, vibration, and the noise level usually loud; hearing protection is required in designated areas. Dust and odor present in the environment.

2‑Year earning potential based on performance:

• 6 months – $22.10/hr.
• 12 months – $22.80/hr.
• 24 months – $23.56/hr.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, , Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holidays & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.

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